Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 User manual

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English
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located
on the bottom. Record the serial number in
the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model
No. DSC-H50
Serial No. _
WARNING
To reduce fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
00 NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER·SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the
product's enclosure that
may be
of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a
risk
of electric shock to
persons.
This symbol
is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the
appliance.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
For yourprotection, please read these safety
instructions completely before operating
the appliance, and keep this manual for
future reference.
Carefully observe all warnings, precautions
and instructions on the appliance,
or the one
described in the operating instructions and
adhere to them.
IPower Sources
This set should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of electrical power
supplied to your home, consult your dealer or
local power company. For those sets designed to
operate from battery power, orothersources, refer
to the operating instructions.
IPolarization
This set may be equipped with apolarized ac
power cord plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).
.This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This
is asafety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to have asuitable outlet installed.
Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized
plug by forcing it in.
IOverloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
convenience receptacles beyond their capacity,
since this can result in fire or electric shock.
IObject and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the set
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could result
in afire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the set.
IAttachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.

ICleaning
Unplug the set from the wall outlet before
cleaning
or polishing it. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use acloth lightly dampened
with water for cleaning the exterior
of the set.
Installation
IWater and Moisture
Do not use power-line operated sets near water-
for example, near abathtub, washbowl, kitchen
sink,
or laundry tub, in awet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.
IPower-Cord Protection
Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or
against them, paying particular attention to the
plugs, receptacles, and the point where the cord
exits from the appliance.
IAccessories
Do not place the set on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The set may fall, causing
serious injury to achild or an adult, and serious
damage to the set. Use only acart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.
IVentilation
The slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for necessary ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation
of the set, and to protect it from
overheating, these slots and openings must never
be blocked or covered.
-Never cover the slots and openings with acloth
or other materials.
-Never block the slots and openings by placing
the set on abed, sofa, rug,
or other similar
surface.
-Never place the set
in aconfined space, such as
abookcase,
or built-in cabinet, unless proper
ventilation
is provided.
-Do not place the set near or over aradiator or
heat register, or where it is exposed to direct
sunlight.
ILightning
For added protection for this set during alightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
This will prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and power-line surges.
Service
IDamage Requiring Service
Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
-When the power cord or plug
is damaged or
frayed.
-
If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the set.
-Ifthe set has been exposed to rain or water.
-
If the set has been subject to excessive shock by
being dropped, or the cabinet has been
damaged.
-
If the set does not operate normally when
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are specified
in the
operating instructions. Improper adjustment
of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by aqualified
technician to restore the set to normal operation.
-When the set exhibits adistinct change in
performance -this indicates aneed for service.
IServicing
Do not attempt to service the set yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
IReplacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result
in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
ISafety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
set, ask the service technician to perform routine
safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer)
to determine that the set
is in safe operating
condition.
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Read this first
CAUTION
Replace the battery with the specified type only.
Otherwise, fire or injury may result.
Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire or the like.
For Customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada
IRECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable.
You can help preserve our
environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteries to
the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling
of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.orgl
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
Battery charger
This power unit is intended to be correctly
orientated in avertical or floor mount position.
For Customers in the U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you
may call:
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-S0NY (7669)
The number below
is for the FCC related matters
only.
IRegulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: DSC-H50
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo,
San Diego, CA 92127U.S.A.
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(I) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
ICAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved
in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.

INote:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital
device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there
is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more
of
the following measures:
-Reorient
or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
-Consultthe dealer or an experienced radioffV
technician for help.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B
of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
For the State of California, USA
only
Perchlorate Material -special handling may apply,
See
www.dtsc ca govlhazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate.
For Customers in Europe
This product has been tested and found compliant
with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for
using connection cables shorter than 3meters (9.8
feet).
IAttention
The electromagnetic fields at the specific
frequencies may influence the picture and sound
of this unit.
INotice
If static electricity or electromagnetism causes
data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart
the application or disconnect and connect the
communication cable (USB, etc.) again.
IDisposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment(Applicable
in the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
-This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated
as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is disposed
of correctly, you
will help prevent potential negative consequences
for the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste
handling
of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling
of
this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
Applicable Accessory: Remote Control
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Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging
indicates that the battery provided with this
product shall not be treated
as household waste.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed
of
correctly, you will help prevent potentially
negative consequences for the environment and
human health which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling
of the battery. The
recycling
of the materials will help to conserve
natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or
data integrity reasons require apermanent
connection with an incorporated battery, this
battery should be replaced by qualified service
staffonly. To ensure that the battery will be
treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-
life to the applicable collection point for the
recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on
how to remove the battery from the product
safely.
Hand the battery over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling
of waste batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling
of
this product or battery, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste disposal
service
or the shop where you purchased the
product.
INotice for the customers in the
countries applying
EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation,
1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-
0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for
EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service
or guarantee matters
please refer to the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom
Amoulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted
to this equipment for your safety and
convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
replaced, afuse
of the same rating as the supplied
one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362,
(i.e., marked with an
~ or ~ mark) must be
used.
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover.
If you should lose the
fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
service station.

Table of contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2
Read this first 4
Notes on using the camera 8
Getting started 9
Checking the accessories supplied 9
Lens hood/Remote Control 10
1Preparing the battery pack 12
2Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied) 13
3Turning the camera on/setting the clock 15
Shooting images easily 16
Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display 17
Shooting in Smile Shutter mode 20
Shooting with manual adjustment 21
Viewing/deleting images 23
Learning the various functions -HOME/Menu 26 _
Using the HOME screen 26
HOME items 27
Using menu items 28
Menu items 29
Enjoying your computer 31
Supported Operating Systems for USB connection and application
software (supplied) 31
Viewing "Cyber-shot Handbook" 32
Indicators on the screen 33
Battery life and memory capacity 36
Battery life and number of images you can record/view 36
Recordable number of still images and recordable time of movies 37
Troubleshooting 38
Battery pack and power 38
Shooting still images/movies 39
Viewing images 40
Precautions 41
SIJec:ificati()ns 4~
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Notes on using the camera
IInternal memory and "Memory
Stick Duo" back up
Do not turn off the camera, remove the battery
pack,
or remove the "Memory Stick Duo" while
the access lamp
is lit. Otherwise, the internal
memory data or "Memory Stick Duo" may be
damaged. Be sure to make abackup copy to
protect your data.
INotes on recording/playback
•Before you start recording, make atrial
recording to make sure that the camera
is
working correctly.
•The camera is neither dust-proof, nor splash-
proof, nor water-proof. Read "Precautions"
(page 41) before operating the camera.
• Avoid exposing the camera to water.
If water
enters inside the camera, amalfunction may
occur. In some cases, the camera cannot be
repaired.
•Do not aim the camera at the
SI-lO or other bright
light. It may cause the malfunction
of the
camera.
•Do not use the camera near alocation that
generates strong radio waves
or emits radiation.
Otherwise, the camera may not properly record
or play back images.
•Using the camera
in sandy or dusty locations
may cause malfunctions.
•If moisture condensation occurs, remove it
before using the camera (page 41).
•Do not shake or strike the camera. It may cause
amalfunction and you may not be able to record
images. Furthermore, the recording media may
become unusable or image data may be
damaged.
•Clean the flash surface before use. The heat
of
flash emission may cause dirt on the flash
surface to become discolored or to stick to the
flash surface, resulting
in insufficient light
emission.
INotes on the LCD screen, the
LCD finder and lens
•The LCD screen and the LCD finder are
manufactured using extremely high-precision
technology so over 99.99% of the pixels are
operational for effective use. However, some
tiny black and/or bright dots (white, red, blue or
green) may appear on the LCD screen or the
LCD finder. These dots are anormal result
of
the manufacturing process, and do not affect the
recording.
•When the battery level becomes low, the lens
might stop moving. Insert acharged battery
pack and turn on the camera again.
•Do not hold the camera by taking hold
of the
LCD screen.
I On image data compatibility
•The camera conforms with DCF (Design rule
for Camera File system) universal standard
established by JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries
Association).
•Sony does not guarantee that the camera will
play back images recorded or edited with other
equipment,
or that other equipment will play
back images recorded with the camera.
IWarning on copyright
Television programs, films, videotapes, and other
materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized
recording of such materials may be contrary to the
provisions of the copyright laws.
INo compensation for damaged
content or recording failure
Sony cannot compensate for failure to record or
loss or damage
of recorded content due to a
malfunction
of the camera or recording media,
etc.

Getting started
Checking the accessories supplied
•Battery charger BC-CSGBIBC-CSGC (I) •Shoulder strap (1)
•Remote Control
(I)
~ .•.. i .. ···~~.'
~ \W
•CD-ROM (1)
-Cyber-shot application software
-"Cyber-shot Handbook"
-"Cyber-shot Step-up Guide"
•Instruction Manual (this manual)
(I)
•Lens cap (I)/Lens cap strap ( I)
•Lens hood (1)/Adaptor ring (1)
~
.. ,
. . .,.
f· ',c-- - :
,'C
•USB, NY cable for multi-use terminal (1)
•Rechargeable battery pack NP-BG1(1)/
Battery case
(I)
•Power cord (mains lead) (1)
(not supplied
in the USA and Canada)
Attach the shoulder strap and lens cap strap to prevent the camera from being dropped and
damaged.
f
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lens hood/Remote Control
IAttaching the lens hood
1 2
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1Attach the adaptor ring (A) while the power is off.
2 Tum the area of [a] on the adaptor ring in the direction of the arrow and position the
indicator
of II] to the indicator of [2].
3Position the indicator of @] on the lens hood (B) to the indicator of [2] and attach the lens
hood.
Tum the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
4Check that the "TOP" indication is positioned as shown in the illustration.
The lens hood will be attached correctly as shown in the illustration.
•After the lens hood (B) is attached, the area of [a] on the adaptor ring will not tum. If the lens hood is
attached misaligned, dark shadows will appear on the comers
of the screen. Remove the lens hood once
and start again from step
2.
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Storing the lens hood
Position the lens hood as shown on the right and tum the lens
hood clockwise until it clicks.

1~--- .......
IRemote Control
Using the Remote Control, you can easily operate the camera.
[IJ Transmitter
~ HOME button
[ID IlfJ (Slideshow) button
@] MENU button
[§] SHUTTER button
[§] for shooting: Zoom (Wrr) button
for viewing: 8./Ef< (playback zoom)/
~ (Index) button
[lJ Control button
[ID Remote sensor
Note
Remove the insulation sheet before using the Remote Control.
To change the battery of the Remote Control
1While pressing on the tab, inset your fingernail into
the slit to pull out the battery case.
2Place anew battery with the +side facing up.
3Insert the battery case back into the Remote Control
until it clicks.
WARNING
Insulation s~
Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
•When the lithium battery becomes weak, the operating distance
of the Remote Control may shorten, orthe
Remote Control
may not function properly. In this case, replace the battery with aSony CR2025 lithium
battery.
Use
of another battery may present arisk of fire or explosion.
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1 Preparing the battery pack
Olnsert the battery pack into the battery charger.
f)Connect the battery charger to the wall outlet (wall socket).
The CHARGE lamp lights up, and charging starts.
When the CHARGE lamp turns off, charging is finished (Normal charge).
If you continue charging the battery pack for about one more hour (Full charge), the charge will last
slightly longer.
ICharging time
•The table above shows the time required to charge afully depleted battery pack at atemperature of 25°C
(77 OF). Charging may take longer depending on conditions of use and circumstances.
•See page 36 for the number
of images that can be recorded.
•Connect the battery charger to the nearest wall outlet (wall socket).
•Even if the CHARGE lamp
is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket).
If some trouble occurs while using the
battery charger, immediately shut
off the power by disconnecting the plug from the wall outlet (wall
socket).
•When charging is finished, disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (wall socket), and
remove the battery pack from the battery charger.
•Designed for use with compatible Sony batteries.

2 Inserting the battery pack/a "Memory Stick Duo" (not
supplied)
GOpen the batteryl"Memory Stick Duo" cover.
eInsert the "Memory Stick Duo" (not supplied).
eInsert the battery pack.
OClose the batteryl"Memory Stick Duo" cover.
IWhen there is no "Memory Stick Duo" inserted
The camera records/plays back images using the internal memory (approx. 15 MB).
I To check the remaining battery charge
Press POWER to tum on and check the remaining battery charge on the LCD screen.
Remaining , I /
charge
~~71111
t!r IIII ~./II
q II
qI
....... ~;""
indicator
..... / I , .......
Status Sufficient Battery Batteryhalf Battery low,
Change the battery
power almostfully full recording! with fully charged
remaining charged playback one,
or charge the
will stop battery. (The warning
soon. indicator flashes.)
•
If you use the NP-FG1battery pack (not supplied), the minutes also appear after the battery remaining
indicator
(£1771160 Min).
• It takes about one minute until the correct remaining charge indicator appears.
•The remaining charge indicator may not be correct depending on conditions
of use and circumstances.
•The Clock Set screen appears when you tum on the camera for the first time (page 15).
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ITo remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo"
Open the battery/"Memory Stick Duo" cover.
"Memory Stick Duo"
Make sure that the access lamp
is not lit, then push the "Memory
Stick Duo" in once.
Battery pack
Slide the battery eject lever.
Be sure not to drop the battery
pack.
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•Never remove the battery pack/"Memory Stick Duo" when the access lamp is lit. This may cause damage
to data
in the "Memory Stick Duo"/internal memory.

3 Turning the camera on/setting the clock
oPress POWER.
f) Set the clock with the control button.
1Select the date display format with ~'Y, then press •.
2Select each item with ~/~ and set the numeric value with Ji./'Y, then press .0
3Select [OK], then press .0
•The camera does not have afeature for superimposing dates on images. By using "Picture Motion
Browser" in the CD-ROM (supplied), you can print or save images with the date.
•Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.
I To change the date and time
Press HOME, and select [0 Clock Settings] in II; (Settings) (pages 26, 27).
INotes on when the power is turned on
•Once the battery pack is inserted in the camera, it may take time before operation becomes possible.
•
If the camera is running on battery power and you do not operate the camera for about three minutes, the
camera turns off automatically to prevent wearing down the battery pack (Auto power-off function).
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Shooting images easily
oSelect the desired function from the mode dial.
When shooting still images (Auto Adjustment mode): Select ~.
When shooting movies: Select
eHold the camera, with your elbows pressed against your body to steady it.
AE/AF lock indicator
.. 1;;···----
E)Shoot with the shutter button.
When shooting still images:
1Press and hold the shutter button
halfway down to focus.
The. (AE/AF lock) indicator (green)
flashes, abeep sounds, the indicator stops
flashing and remains lit.
2Press the shutter button fully down.
When shooting movies:
Press the shutter button fully down.
To stop recording, press the shutter button fully down again.
Position the subject in
the center of the focus
frame.
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•The shortest shooting distance is approximately Icm (13/32 inches) (W)/120 cm (3 feet II 1/4 inches)
(T) (from the front
of the lens).

Mode dial/Zoom/Flash/Macro/Self-timer/Display
IUsing the mode dial
Set the mode dial to the desired function.
101 Auto Adjustment
Allows you to shoot with the settings adjusted automatically.
EASY Easy Shooting
Allows easy shooting with easy-to-see indicators.
•The battery power decreases faster because the brightness
of the LCD backlight automatically
increases.
•You cannot shoot images using the finder.
P Program Auto
Allows you to shoot with the exposure adjusted automatically (both the shutter speed and the aperture
value). You can adjust other settings using the menu.
S Shutter Speed Priority Shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the shutter speed manually.
A Aperture Priority Shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the aperture value manually.
M Manual Exposure Shooting
Allows you to shoot after adjusting the exposure manually.
11~ Movie Mode
Allows you to record movies with audio.
ISO High Sensitivity
Shoots images without aflash even in low lighting.
© Smile Shutter
When the camera detects asmile, the shutter is released automatically. For details, see page 20.
laJ Portrait
Shoots with backgrounds blurred away, and the subject is sharpened.
:~: Advanced Sports Shooting
Shoots images by predicting the movement of the subject and setting focus.
SeN* Scene Selection
Selects asetting from the Scene Selection menu.
* Scene Selection in SeN mode
Press MENU and select asetting.
(AiJ Landscape
Shoots with the focus on adistant subject.
~~ Twilight Portrait
Shoots sharp images of people in adark place without losing the nighttime atmosphere.
~ Twilight
Shoots night scenes without losing the nighttime atmosphere.
l!. Beach
Shoots seaside or lakeside scenes with the blueness of the water captured more vividly.
• Snow
Shoots snow scenes in white more clearly.
~~2: Fireworks
Shoots fireworks in all their splendor.
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IWIT Using the zoom
Press T to zoom, press W to undo zoom.
Pressing the button slightly zooms slowly and pressing the button fully down zooms fast.
I ~ Flash (Selecting aflash mode for still images)
Press ~ (~) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
~AUTO : Flash Auto
Flashes when there is insufficient light or backlight (default setting).
~: Flash forced on
~SL: Slow synchro (Flash forced on)
The shutter speed is slow in adark place to clearly shoot the background that is out of flash light.
(}): Flash forced off
•The flash automatically pops up and strobes. Close the flash by hand after use.
I ~Macro (Shooting close-up)
Press .... (~) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
:AlITO : Auto
The camera adjusts the focus automatically from distant subjects to close-up.
Normally, put the camera in this mode.
~: Macro
The camera adjusts the focus with priority on close-up subjects. Set Macro On when shooting close
subjects.
I ~Using the self-timer
Press'" (~) on the control button repeatedly until the desired mode is selected.
~OFF: Not using the self-timer
~o : Setting the 10-second delay self-timer
~2 : Setting the 2-second delay self-timer
When you press the shutter button, the self-timer lamp flashes and abeep sounds until the
shutter operates.
IDISP Changing the screen display
Press .. (DISP) on the control button.
Each time you
press" (DISP), the display and brightness changes as follows:
Indicators on
!
Indicators on*
!
Histogram on*
!
Indicators off*
*The brightness of the LCD Backlight is set to up.

IShooting in the dark
The Night Shot function lets you shoot subjects in the dark places without using the flash.
Set NIGHTSHOT switch to ON.
ITo shoot using the finder
With the FINDERfLCD button, you can choose to shoot either using the finder or the LCD
screen. When you use the finder, the image does not appear on the LCD screen. Adjust the
finder adjustment dial
to your eyesight so that the image appears clearly within the finder, then
shoot the image.
FINDER/LCD button
IAdjusting the angle of the LCD screen
You can adjust the angle of the LCD screen to meet various shooting situation.
0160'
•Forcing the LCD screen to move over the range of movement may cause malfunction.
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Shooting in Smile Shutter mode
When the camera detects asmile, the shutter is released automatically.
oSelect ©(Smile Shutter) mode from the mode dial.
ePoint the camera at the subject and press the shutter button halfway down
to focus on the subject.
ePress the shutter button all the way down to set Smile Detection mode.
The Smile Shutter enters standby.
Smile Detection mark/Number of images
Smile Detection frame (Orange)
Smile Detection Sensitivity indicator
This indicates the current smile level.
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Each time the smile level reaches the set Smile Detection Sensitivity (indicated by .... ), the
camera automatically operates the shutter and records up to six images. After recording the
image, the Smile Shutter lamp lights.
oPress the shutter button all the way down again to exit the Smile Shutter
mode.
•When the Smile Shutter is in standby, the Record lamp (Orange) flashes.
•Shooting using the Smile Shutter ends automatically when either the "Memory Stick Duo"
or internal
memory becomes full or when six images have been recorded.
•You can select the subject that has priority for smile detection with [Smile Detection] (page 29).
•If asmile is not detected, set the [Smile Detection Sensitivity] (page 29).
•You can have the camera shoot the image automatically when any person displayed in the smile detection
frame (Orange) smiles after pressing the shutter button all the way down.
•The image may not be in focus ifthe distance between the camera and the subject is changed after pressing
the shutter button all the way down. The suitable exposure may not be obtained
if the surrounding
brightness changes.
•Faces may not be detected correctly when:
-It is too dark or too bright.
-Faces are partially hidden by sunglasses, masks, hats, etc.
-The subjects are not facing the camera.
•Smiles may not be detected correctly depending on the conditions.
•You cannot use the Digital Zoom function.
•You cannot change the zoom ratio when the Smile Shutter is in standby.